Late Gimenez winner fires Uruguay past Egypt

Jose Gimenez spared the blushes of Uruguay’s all-star forwards with a 90th-minute winner to see off Egypt 1-0 in their World Cup opener.

Salah not in starting XI for Egypt’s World Cup opener

Mohamed Salah has not been named in Egypt’s starting XI as they begin their World Cup campaign against Uruguay.

Brazil star Jesus not focused on Golden Boot

Brazil forward Gabriel Jesus insisted his focus is on helping his team at the World Cup, not winning the Golden Boot.

Martinez: Spain could be stronger after Lopetegui sacking

Belgium head coach Roberto Martinez believes Spain could come back stronger following the sacking of Julen Lopetegui.

Ramos: I hope Ronaldo isn’t at his best

Sergio Ramos hopes the ‘dangerous’ Cristiano Ronaldo is below his best when Spain face Portugal at the World Cup.

England can win the World Cup – Mourinho

Jose Mourinho has backed England for World Cup glory, claiming Gareth Southgate’s young squad has enough top-level experience to be a success on the biggest stage.

Griezmann snubs Barcelona

Antoine Griezmann has rebuffed Barcelona’s advances and announced he will remain at Atletico Madrid next season.

France v Australia: Cahill ready to dance on the biggest stage

Evergreen Australia striker Tim Cahill is ready for ‘the big dance’ as he attempts to waltz into World Cup folklore.

Salah almost certain to face Uruguay, says Egypt boss

Mohamed Salah is almost certain to feature in Egypt’s World Cup opener against Uruguay on Friday, coach Hector Cuper said.

World Cup can be the making of Neymar, insists Zanetti

Former Argentina international Javier Zanetti believes Neymar is nearing the same level as serial Ballon d’Or winners Lionel Messi and Cristiano Ronaldo.